Brian Norman Jr. vs Jin Sasaki - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Brian Norman Jr., known as "The Assassin II," steps into the ring to challenge for the WBO World Welterweight Title against Jin Sasaki at the Ota City General Gymnasium in Tokyo, Japan. This 10-round bout profiles Norman Jr.'s spotless record against Sasaki's strong local support and fighting history.

Brian Norman Jr. stands undefeated with 27 wins. As an orthodox fighter from Decatur, Georgia, he has built a reputation of steady triumph since turning pro in 2020 but lacks notable recent high-profile fights. Jin Sasaki, one loss down but with significant grit and skill since his professional journey began in 2019, brings experience confronting fierce competitors in Japan.

What time is Brian Norman Jr. vs Jin Sasaki fight

Live coverage for the Brian Norman Jr. vs Jin Sasaki main card will start at 03:00 AM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Brian Norman Jr. vs Jin Sasaki Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Thursday, June 19, 2025	03:00 AM	05:50 AM
USA and Canada (PT)	Thursday, June 19, 2025	12:00 AM	02:50 AM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Thursday, June 19, 2025	07:00 AM	09:50 AM
Australia (AEDT)	Thursday, June 19, 2025	06:00 PM	08:50 PM

The boxing event takes place on June 19, 2025, at the Ota City General Gymnasium in Tokyo, Japan. Brian Norman Jr. will fight Jin Sasaki for the WBO World Welterweight Title. The fight is scheduled to start at 05:50 AM EST. However, this time may change depending on how long the earlier fights last.

The main event features a 10-round match between Norman and Sasaki. This bout is part of the welterweight division. Fans should check local listings for start times in their countries due to time zone differences.

Remember, today is June 18, 2025, so make sure to set your alarms or reminders if you plan to watch live.

Fighters Details

Brian Norman Jr. faces Jin Sasaki for the WBO World Welterweight Title in a 10-round match.

Brian Norman Jr.

Nationality: Georgia
Stance: Orthodox
Height: 173 cm
Reach: 173 cm
Total Fights: 27
Record: 27 / 0 / 0

Brian Norman Jr., known as "The Assassin II," remains undefeated with a record of 27 wins. Turning pro at a young age, he built his reputation on consistency and skill. He has succeeded against opponents comparable to Sasaki's experience. His timing and reach have overwhelmed past rivals in the welterweight division.

Jin Sasaki

Nationality: Japan
Stance: Orthodox
Height: 172 cm
Reach: 172 cm
Total Fights: 21
Record: 19 / 1 / 1

Jin Sasaki has 19 victories under his belt with one loss and one draw. His experience includes battling against tough competition, slowly rising through Japan's ranks. However, facing an unbeaten fighter like Brian is challenging given the pressure of defending the title.

Brian Norman Jr. vs Jin Sasaki Betting Odds

Favorite: Brian Norman Jr : 1.2 (-450)
Underdog: Jin Sasaki : 5.1 (+410)

Method of victory	Brian Norman Jr	Jin Sasaki
By KO/TKO or disqualification	1.9 (-110)	7.0 (+600)
By decision or technical decision	3.1 (+210)	13.0 (+1200)

How and where to watch the Brian Norman Jr. vs Jin Sasaki Fight

You can watch Brian Norman Jr. vs Jin Sasaki via ESPN+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN

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